Everybody Dance
Chic Lyrics


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Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Music never lets you down
Puts a smile on your face
Any time, any place
Dancing helps relieve the pain
Soothes your mind, makes you happy again
Listen to those dancing feet
Close your eyes and let go
But it don't mean a thing
If it ain't got that swing
Bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Spinning all around the floor
Just like Rogers and Astaire
Who found love without a care
Stepping to our favorite tune
The good times always end too soon
Everybody's dancing
Lift your feet, have some fun
Come on everybody, get on your feet
Clap your hands
Everybody's screaming

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

(Everybody dance)
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(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)
(Everybody dance)

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands
Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands




Everybody dance, do-do-do
Clap your hands, clap your hands

Overall Meaning

"Everybody Dance" by Chic is a joyful and upbeat song that encourages dancing as a way of escaping life's challenges. The chorus repeats the hook "Everybody dance, do-do-do, clap your hands" multiple times, inviting everyone to join in and enjoy the music. The verses elaborate on the therapeutic effects of dancing, claiming that it can relieve pain, soothe the mind, and make people happy. The bridge stresses the importance of the "swing" in the music, highlighting the infectious rhythm that propels people to dance.


The lyrics also reference legendary dance partners Rogers and Astaire, who embodied grace and joy on the dance floor while finding love. The song encourages listeners to follow in their footsteps and step to their favorite tunes, even if the good times seem to end too soon. The repetition of the chorus at the end intensifies the joy and energy of the song, creating a sense of community and shared enthusiasm for dancing.


Overall, "Everybody Dance" exudes positivity and encourages listeners to find happiness through movement, music, and connection with others.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody dance, do-do-do
Let loose and dance with one another.


Clap your hands, clap your hands
Make some noise and show your appreciation for the music.


Music never lets you down
You can always count on music to put you in a good mood.


Puts a smile on your face
It's impossible to not feel happy when listening to good music.


Any time, any place
Music is accessible to all and can be enjoyed anywhere.


Dancing helps relieve the pain
Dancing can be therapeutic and help with emotional healing.


Soothes your mind, makes you happy again
Dancing can help alleviate negative emotions and bring joy.


Listen to those dancing feet
Take in the sounds of the dancers moving to the rhythm of the music.


Close your eyes and let go
Let yourself be taken away by the music and the movement of the dance.


But it don't mean a thing
However, if something doesn't have the right vibe or rhythm, it won't connect with the listener.


If it ain't got that swing
A good piece of music needs to have a certain flow or swing to it in order to be enjoyable.


Bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa, bop-shoo-wa
Just enjoy the music and let it move you.


Spinning all around the floor
Dancing with wild abandon and letting go of all inhibitions.


Just like Rogers and Astaire
Dancing like celebrated dancers Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.


Who found love without a care
Dancing can bring strangers together and create lasting connections.


Stepping to our favorite tune
Moving to the rhythm of our favorite song.


The good times always end too soon
Even though the moment feels fleeting, it's worth enjoying while it lasts.


Everybody's dancing
Everyone is caught up in the energy and joy of the music and dancing together.


Lift your feet, have some fun
Put your best foot forward and enjoy yourself.


Come on everybody, get on your feet
Encouragement for everyone to start dancing together.


Everybody's screaming
The energy is so high that people can't contain their excitement.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nile Rodgers, Bernard Edwards

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